Helen Hatzis, is the Chief Exploration Office and Co-Founder of Trip Jaunt.
Helen is a recipient of the Governor-General Award, has been honoured as one of Canada's Nicest People! A true xenophile at heart, she finds joy in traveling and delights in sharing her experiences through Trip Jaunt (formerly Weekend Jaunt), an online travel community and hub she established in 2010. Her aspiration is to inspire others to explore the world as she does!
Helen is an esteemed advisory member of the North American Travel Journalists Association.
Denver International Airport is preparing to transform sections of its long-unused underground infrastructure into pedestrian pathways that will connect the main terminal with its concourses. The project draws on tunnels originally constructed for an automated baggage system that never fully operated. Officials see the change as a practical way to ease movement for the millions
There’s a town in Germany’s Moselle Valley where a thousand-year-old imperial castle rises from a vineyard-covered hill above slate-roofed houses, cobblestone lanes, and the slow curve of a river. Most travellers rush past it on the way to Cologne or Luxembourg. Those who stop tend to stay far longer than they planned. Cochem, a town
Chicago – On the evening of July 4, Delta Flight 1076 approached Midway Airport under clear skies when a firework struck the aircraft. The plane continued its descent without issue and touched down normally at its destination. No injuries were reported among passengers or crew, and the flight concluded its journey as planned. What Happened
There’s a moment during every flight, somewhere between the cabin door closing and the wheels leaving the ground, when the crew shifts from hospitality mode into something far more serious. Takeoff is not small talk time. It’s the phase of flight that demands the most focus from every trained professional on board, and yet it’s
International fans arriving in the United States for the 2026 FIFA World Cup are discovering that everyday American meals carry a distinctive scale. What many locals take for granted as standard restaurant fare often prompts surprised reactions from travelers accustomed to more modest servings. These moments of cultural discovery highlight how food traditions reflect broader
Mount Vernon sits on a gentle rise above the Potomac River, its white columns and red roofs visible from the water on clear days. The estate draws more visitors than any other historic house museum in the United States, a distinction it has held for years. In 2026, as the country observes the 250th anniversary
Most people driving Highway 101 through Oregon’s central coast slow down, glance at the ocean, and keep going. Yachats is exactly where they should stop. Known as the “Gem of the Oregon Coast,” Yachats (pronounced YAH-hots) truly stands out as one of the most picturesque coastal towns to visit in Oregon. It earns that title
Most people visiting California’s Monterey Peninsula have their sights set on the aquarium, the 17-Mile Drive, or the boutique hotels lining Pacific Grove. Carmel-by-the-Sea, tucked just south of Monterey, is well known for its fairy-tale architecture and cypress-lined roads. What far fewer visitors know is what happens the moment they step onto its beach. The
Travelers arriving at or departing from Puerto Princesa International Airport often pass within a short drive of a site that preserves one of the Philippines’ lesser-known chapters from the Second World War. The Palawan Special Battalion WW-II Memorial Museum sits along Rizal Avenue in Puerto Princesa City, offering a focused look at the island’s wartime
New York City has long balanced its role as a global destination with the need to protect housing for residents. Recent regulations have reshaped short-term rental options, prompting many visitors to question what remains possible when planning a trip. The result is a more limited but still functional market that rewards careful preparation and respect
St. Petersburg, Florida, offered one vivid preview of the national milestone on a recent summer evening. Fireworks lit the sky above the North Yacht Basin as crowds gathered along the waterfront to mark the 250th anniversary of the United States. The gathering reflected a wider pattern unfolding across the country, where communities are using the
When travelers plan a trip, attention usually turns first to location, room views, and signature amenities. Yet the quiet ritual that unfolds at the end of each day often leaves the deepest impression. A thoughtful turndown can shift a simple return to the room into a moment of genuine care that lingers in memory long
